Russian vessels
Coverage of Russian vessels in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine Strikes Kerch Rail Hub, Russian Vessels as Moscow Rushes to Protect Tankers
Ukraine struck a railway hub in occupied Kerch and targeted six Russian tankers overnight. Ukrainian sources claim the attacks are compelling Moscow to militarize its 'shadow fleet' by deploying troops and air-defense teams on commercial vessels.
- Why Russian Tankers Are Burning in the Sea of Azov – and What Ukraine Is Trying to Achieve
Ukraine targeted 116 Russian vessels in nine days, freezing Kerch Strait traffic. This action shattered Putin’s 'internal sea' myth and forced Moscow to seek costly alternative transport routes.
- Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism following escalation of attacks on shipping in Sea of Azov
Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism following attacks on shipping in the Sea of Azov. Ukrainian drones hit 11 Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov overnight, according to Kyiv's drone forces commander.
- Ukraine Says It Hit 48 Russian Vessels in Five Days, Including 18 Overnight
Ukraine claimed to have struck 48 Russian vessels over five days, including 18 overnight, with 13 of those being oil tankers linked to Moscow's 'shadow fleet.' The attacks also targeted oil refineries, fuel terminals, and power substations as part of a large drone operation.